Experiencing Interruptions?

Fleeting Nirvana

In this powerful 12 minute short film inspired by true events, you will be taken into a world of beauty, romance, and deception. A fitting film for our modern world in which mental health is no longer a taboo topic. Written and directed by Michael A. Phoenix who also plays "Charlie" (lead male).

  • Michael A. Phoenix
    Director
  • Adio Ash
    Director Of Photography
  • Rory Lawie
    Writer
  • Michael A. Phoenix
    Writer
  • Michael A. Phoenix
    Producer
  • Veronica Valentin
    Producer
  • Michael A. Phoenix
    Key Cast
    "Charlie"
  • Allison Pittel
    Key Cast
    "Ally"
  • Marcello De Francisci
    Composer
    God of War, Jane Got A Gun, American Gladiators
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Romance, Drama, Fantasy
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    September 24, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    12,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Film In Focus
    Bucharest
    Romania
    December 19, 2020
    Romanian Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Film Shortage
    Online
    July 16, 2021
    Online Premiere
    Official Selection
  • Flickers' Rhode Island International Film Festival
    Rhode Island
    United States
    2021
    Official Selection
  • The Hollywood First-Time Filmmaker Showcase
    California
    United States
    September 12, 2021
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Michael A. Phoenix

Michael A. Phoenix made his directorial debut with the short film "Fleeting Nirvana" in 2020 .

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Director Statement

This film is very special to me, not just because I had a very heavy hand in every aspect of it, but because I lost my only aunt some years ago and this was my final release of it. Thanks for reading my statement. I hope you have enjoyed or will enjoy the movie.
- Michael A. Phoenix